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Reveling in absurdity with MGMT

Doing Music

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The Art of Absurdity: Music and Friendship

This chapter highlights the profound bond between two individuals shaped by their shared humor and a penchant for the absurd, ultimately leading to a fruitful musical partnership. They recount their formative experiences at a college that nurtured creative exploration amidst chaotic global changes, emphasizing contrasting approaches to art that fueled their collaboration. The narrative explores the tension between serious study and playful experimentation, illustrating how unconventional influences and mentorships in experimental music impacted their journey into pop music.

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